The Dr. John Delony Show Our Son Is Famous in Our Small Town for All the Wrong Reasons
Dec 1, 2025
Lynn, a mother facing the struggles of her adult son's addiction, shares her experiences with community judgment and safety boundaries. John offers insights on managing shame and setting firm safety measures for her family. Rochelle, concerned about her son's choice not to have children, explores the underlying reasons behind his decisions and reflects on her own future plans. John encourages both mothers to focus on their personal growth while navigating these complex family dynamics.
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Sickness, Not Moral Failure
- Addiction and severe mental illness are often mislabeled as moral failures by society.
- John reframes Lynn's son as very sick, not a character flaw.
Enforce Safety With Boundaries
- Set and enforce safety boundaries, even when it's heartbreaking.
- Use logical protections (like calling police) to keep your home safe.
Limit Toxic External Voices
- Limit exposure to toxic voices by deleting or curating social media.
- Minimize the number of external opinions you allow into your heart and mind.